[Watch] 'Selfish' Ravindra Jadeja Sacrifices Sarfaraz Khan's Wicket In Eye For A Century

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Debutant Sarfaraz Khan's promising innings came to a heart-wrenching end as he was run out on 62 runs. The young batsman, displaying flair and confidence, seemed destined for a memorable debut until a mix-up with Ravindra Jadeja left him stranded at the non-striker's end.

The incident occurred during the third session of Day 1 when Jadeja, nearing his century, attempted a quick single, only to leave Sarfaraz scrambling to regain his crease. Despite a valiant dive, a precise throw by Mark Wood sealed Sarfaraz's fate, sending him back to the pavilion much to the disappointment of fans and teammates alike.

Watch - Sarfaraz Khan's Debut Disappointment

Sarfaraz's innings, comprising 66 deliveries peppered with nine boundaries and a six, showcased his potential as a dynamic batsman. His confident stroke play and adeptness in rotating the strike hinted at a bright future in Indian cricket. However, cricket's unforgiving nature was evident as a single miscommunication led to his downfall.

While Sarfaraz's dismissal marked a poignant moment in the match, Jadeja's subsequent century offered some solace to the Indian camp. Nonetheless, the frustration and disappointment were palpable, with captain Rohit Sharma's animated reaction in the dressing room mirroring the team's sentiment.

At the time of writing, India Strong at 322/5 with Ravindra Jadeja and Kuldeep Yadav Holding Firm at the Crease

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